Couch to 5k...it's not about speed (thread no 2)

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Thought I would start a new thread for us to continue our chat

I was trying to set it up last night and was convinced it was faulty as it wouldn't connect with the satellite. Turns out you need to be outside to give it a fighting chance of seeing the satellite

oooh do you think that should be a completing C25K treat then? cos I really want a fitbit...

We also need some kind of MN graduation ceremony it'll be the only one I've ever had which involves plonk and chocolate

wasting don't worry about covering less ground. I did too with my W2R1. I deliberately slowed the pace so I didn't crash and burn and fail to complete it.

I will try and push myself a bit more for W2R2 to cover more distance.

Edwinias , okay. I'll relax, and see how W2R2 goes.

I think it is a very sensible completing C25k treat.

I would love a graduation ceremony.

Hi all. Can I shout please? TODAY I RAN FOR 20 MINUTES NON STOP!!!!!! I'm still grinning like a loon....when we'd finished I had a little blub.

Massive cheers to everyone else running today - sorry, it's late and I can't scroll back to see who's done what today.

Woohoo chameleon!!!! Well done!! There's something about 20 minutes isn't there - I had a bit of a cry too..! Fantastic stuff .

Yay! Well done Chameleon!

Oh good work!

arghhh! summer is taking its toll on all my plans and now i am feeling demotivated. All I want to do is to keep 30 min sessions going until Sep then I am going to start a 10k plan, but I last ran 2 weeks ago and now I cannot even begin to imagine how I did that. Next free time is Wednesday - will report back.

oh and chameleon fantastic news. Well done - keep going!

W4R1 done! I feel AMAZING!

Brilliant, CruCru!

Stilllearnin - consider yourself kicked up the bum! Don't let all that hard work go to waste. Get back out there and join us runners again.

Has anyone else been eyeing up cool running gear? All the chat about running once it's Autumn has inspired me to start checking out long-sleeved tops and full length running tights (however, my usual response to any new enthusiasm is to start shopping for it).

I've just done W2R2.

I felt as though I was running faster than last time (where I deliberately slowed my pace to ensure I didn't crash).

I covered the same distance as last time, but am a lot more knackered. I can't see me running for 3 mins next week. I'm finding the 90sec runs at the limit of my comfort zone.

Thanks chameleon. Really dont want to let it go to waste. Yep I have been eyeing up new gear too!! Just today as it happens.

Well done chameleon and cru. Was all set to go out tonight but dh has had to visit a relative in hospital and is working late tomorrow. Might consider a late run tomorrow evening, it gets me nervous if I leave too much of a gap if I leave it longer than 2 days.

I've so far purchased some full length lycra leggings (which I pair with one of dh's t-shirts) and new running trainers (childs size so cheap) and an arm strap that holds my iphone.

I've just been shopping today, to buy shorts. I'm just too HOT in 3/4 leggings and sleeveless tee atm.
Or maybe it was just running mid afternoon yesterday that did it. Normally an evening runner!

That sounds great EdwiniasRevenge. Next week you can go a bit slower so that you can keep going longer. When I started I couldn't run at all really and I'm now on 5 minute stretches (and I am much too fat so not the sort of person you would think of as athletic).

I approve of the shopping Phoenixwoman and addictedtosugar.

Phoenixwoman - are you actually in Arizona?

Hi all, mind if I join you? I got to week 7 a couple of months ago then stopped when work and home life got too busy. I've just started running again with a week 6 run of 2x10 minutes, and I'm struggling with it.

I've got a 5k assault course run in 6 weeks, which I'm doing for charity with a group of fellow mums, so I need lots of motivation to get me back up to one long run, and up to 5k in distance, as I only managed about 3k tonight.

Thanks CruCru.

3months ago I struggled with 15-20sec, but I've been working on it. Have been "measuring" my intervals with lamposts.

I'm size 18 (although getting closer to 16) and its all on my legs so not athletic at all. If I don't find the next run much more "comfortable" I might sit on W2 for another week....or is that cheating myself? Maybe it will be ok cos it is only 4 runs instead of 6?

I run in a pair of full length running legginings/tights and they are soooo much more comfortable than normal tracksuit bottoms. I have running shoes, but run in whatever vest top I have to hand. I also just run in a "normal" bra alhough the one I have set aside for running is pretty supportive I think that will be my next investment.

Hi Opheliabumps!

Does anyone else feel like their legs are buzzing the day after a run? If so, what causes it?

I have just completed W2 R1and am enjoying the marginal improvements to my fitness. I am finding I am deliberately taking the stairs at work now and walking the long way. Also eating slightly healthier.

I cannot ever imagine running 20 minutes but I do look forward to it and am enjoying reading all your accomplishments.

Are there any other ex-smokers here? I quit years ago, but have found I run out of breath quite easily...